Phacoemulsification is the most commonly employed type,” says Dr. Levenson. This method involves a tiny incision in the cornea, using ultrasound waves to break up the cloudy lens, then removing the ...

Background: Ophthalmic viscosurgical devices (OVDs) are widely used in phacoemulsification cataract surgery to maintain adequate intraocular space, stabilize ocular tissue during the operation and ...